2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs 2006 Kia Sedona
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2006 Kia Sedona |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 158 | 385 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 705 | 40 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–19 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 40,000 mi | 85,764 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Uplander | Kia Sedona |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 42 | 79 |
| Suspension | 20 | 84 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 80 |
| Structure | 34 | 41 |
| Steering | 27 | 21 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 15 | 31 |
| Exterior Lighting | 12 | 33 |
| Power Train | 10 | 24 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 21 |
| Vibration / shaking | 10 | 16 |
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 7 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 57 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 48 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 9 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 7 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 6 |
2006 Chevrolet Uplander
2006 Kia Sedona
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.